Dunford Apothecary
BANDIT ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND - INSPIRED BY THE LEGENDARY FOUR THIEVES
BANDIT ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND - INSPIRED BY THE LEGENDARY FOUR THIEVES
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Blend Contains:
Clove Bud (Syzygium aromaticum)
Lemon Peel (Citrus limon)
Eucalyptus Radiata (Eucalyptus radiata)
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Cassia Bark (Cinnamomum cassia)
Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamomum verum)
Description:
Our Bandit Blend is a bold, spicy-citrus essential oil synergy inspired by the historic “Four Thieves” blend—a legendary remedy rooted in 15th-century France. During the height of the bubonic plague, folklore tells of a group of thieves who used a potent herbal vinegar infused with aromatic botanicals to protect themselves while robbing from the ill. When caught, they allegedly traded the recipe in exchange for leniency.
Drawing from this apothecary legend, our Bandit Blend is a modern reinvention made with the highest-quality essential oils: warm clove and cinnamon, fresh lemon and eucalyptus, and herbaceous rosemary and cassia. The result is a powerful, purifying blend with deep roots in herbal tradition and a bold, invigorating scent profile.
Use it to create a cleaner space, boost immune resilience, or add a grounding layer of aromatic protection to your daily rituals.
Usage Ideas:
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Diffuser Blend: Purify the air and promote immune support during cold and flu season.
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Cleaning Spray: Add a few drops to water, vinegar, or castile soap for a natural surface cleaner.
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Aromatic Shield: Dilute in a carrier oil and apply to feet, spine, or chest for topical immune support.
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Shower Steamer or Bath Salt: Use cautiously for a spicy, sinus-clearing steam (always dilute!).
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Energetic Protection: Grounding and clarifying—ideal for personal rituals, travel, or high-traffic environments.
Safety Considerations:
This blend contains “hot” oils and should always be diluted before topical use.
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Do not use undiluted on skin. Always patch test first.
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Not recommended for use during pregnancy, with young children, or for those with sensitive skin or epilepsy.
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Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and broken skin.
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Do not ingest.
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Keep out of reach of children and pets.
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Use in well-ventilated spaces.
References:
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Lawless, J. (1995). The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils.
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Worwood, V.A. (2016). The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy.
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Battaglia, S. (2003). The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy.
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Young, G. (1996). An Ancient Thieves’ Formula: Fact or Fiction? (Historical review of folklore origins).
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